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Penfolds,
Ready, but will keep,
This 100% Coonawarra Shiraz comes from cooler vineyards which brings a refreshing balance to the overall style of the wine, marrying the sumptuous spicy red fruit with a portion of new French oak. Flavours of mulberry and tapenade on the palate roll across a creamy texture. Ripe tannins are present but build gradually, while a vibrant acidity holds everything neatly together. Sufficiently structured for the next decade. Drink 2021-2030.
Chris Lamb, Private Account Manager
Chris Lamb, Private Account Manager
Penfolds,
For laying down,
The 389 is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, and the characteristics of each grape shines through. This is ripe and plummy with swathes of blackcurrants, black cherries and raspberries. The familiar peppery note of Shiraz is balanced well by the menthol note from Cabernet Sauvignon. A savoury note comes through on the palate, giving us a glimpse of Bin 389 with age. Penfolds has managed to create a wine that is elegant in the face of full-bodied varieties. Drink 2020-2030.
Tatiana Humphreys, Private Account Manager
Tatiana Humphreys, Private Account Manager
Penfolds,
Ready, but will keep,
Bin 407 is always a sage buy in vintages where there is no 707. Dense damson and black plum open the charge here with salvos of sweet toasty oak, chocolate ganache, wild strawberries and cooling menthol. French oak on the nose gives way to the creamy vanilla of American oak on the palate where the wine is voluminous and velvety smooth. A lift of tart cranberries just at the end readies you for that next inevitable sip. Drink now to 2029.
Jared Ehret, Private Account Manager
Jared Ehret, Private Account Manager
Penfolds,
Ready, but will improve,
The RWT Bin 798 is comprised of single-region grapes from the Barossa Valley, chosen specifically for its unique and aromatic character. Spiced plum, cardamom, cedar and a zesty blood-orange freshness wisp their way from the glass. A polished mix of blueberry and blackberry fruit glide across the palate, supported by ripe tannins and great precision. This is far from over-extracted and displays great balance and fantastic length. Drink 2021-2038.
Dominic Goddard-John, Private Account Manager
Dominic Goddard-John, Private Account Manager
Penfolds,
For laying down,
A very elegant wine from Penfolds’ home vineyard. Deep and complex notes of vanilla and dark, spicy fruit are present on the nose. This is rich and creamy on the palate with black and red berry fruit, supplemented by nuances of spicy vanilla oak and leather. Ripe, deep and long on the finish, this promises a great future and will need a few years to show its best. Drink 2022-2040+.
Chris Pollington, Private Account Manager
Chris Pollington, Private Account Manager
Ready, but will improve,
A personal favourite of mine and the Riesling that opened my eyes to this wonderful grape, it would be easy to get misty eyed and assume this is great. Thankfully, the 2017 lives up to its billing and might be one of the best wines Jeff Grosset has ever made. Taut with vibrant citrus, especially the lime lead character that Clare is famous for, this is ultra-steely and mineral, seeming to go on forever. Sensational stuff. This will benefit from 5 or 6 years in the cellar to open up. Sign me up for at least a case! Drink 2022 to 2030+.
Fergus Stewart, Private Account Manager
Fergus Stewart, Private Account Manager
Ready, but will improve,
Almost translucent in the glass, the nose reveals a delicate floral bouquet of elderflower and white rose petals, complemented by a soft white peach character. The palate is pleasingly balanced with a slightly rounded texture, a lemon tinged acidity running neatly through it, carrying flavours of greengage and orange zest throughout. A light styled Riesling which is crisp and clean, and rather moreish on the long finish. Attractive for drinking in its youth yet will offer enjoyment over the coming 5-7 years; drink from 2018 – 2025.
Chris Lamb, Private Account Manager
Chris Lamb, Private Account Manager
Penfolds,
For laying down,
The Shiraz for this is sourced from the North West Barossa floor. The wine spends 12 months in wood, using both American and French oak. This is very rich, with black fruit, forest floor and lovely gamey notes. The oak is apparent here but not overdone. A little time in bottle should help it integrate nicely. Drink 2021-2026.
Mike Jordan, Private Account Manager
Mike Jordan, Private Account Manager
Penfolds,
For laying down,
Shiraz, Grenache and Mataro gives Bin 138 it’s notable Southern Rhône roots. One of the more approachable young wines in Penfolds’ annual release. Bold fruit notes lead into leather, cracked pepper and balsamic, making for a savoury wine that cries out for summer barbecues. The wine’s balance makes it wonderfully quaffable, even in youth. Drink 2020-2028.
Paul Keating, Private Account Manager
Paul Keating, Private Account Manager
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Gary Owen, Private Account Manager